Hot-spicy/9 recipes

The combination of orange and spices paired with dark chocolate makes these pretty cookies from Mary LaRock of Waukesha unique and delicious. Their interesting shape enhances any cookie platter.

So much better than deep frying.

Super quick and easy to make, instead of canned tomatoes, I used cherry tomatoes and made our own dressing and kept in the refrigerator for about 2 hours to let marinate; the flavor came out delicious, because of cherry tomatoes, it was more like a salad, definitely is a keeper.

Cheesy, crispy and tasty. These phyllo rolls are great for a fancy appetizer, or a side dish, or a simply delicious main dish.

A rich and decadent frittata packed with a variety of seafood.

A hearty and warm choice for those cold winter nights.

This cheesy and moist tomato quick bread is made with whole wheat flour, mozzarella, parmesan cheese and tomatoes. It's packed with flavor and very easy to make.

This is the best lassagna I have ever tried, basil-pesto definitely gave the whole lasagna tons of tasty flavor, also used low-fat milk and cheese, reduced the amount of fat, but the sauce was still creamy, asparagus was tender-crispy between the layered creamy stuffed noodles.

Something about bacon goes so well with spinach. Using a hot bacon dressing wilts the spinach just the perfect amount, not rubbery and not too mushy and packed with flavor.

This salad's presentation is quite lovely. The citrus vinaigrette is top notch and we use the leftovers for other vegetables. The combination of orange, lemon, lime and grapefruit really kick it up a notch. If you really want to impress your guests and blow them away with sophistication this is sure to wow them. Or just make the dressing and use it for other dishes and turn any ordinary vegetable into something special.

Nancy Reagan's Pumpkin Pecan Pie recipe

So yummy.

Last summer, we had some fresh tomatillo from our farmer's share, then we found this recipe and gave it a try. The flavor was so good, we followed the recipe exactly, but you don't like too spicy, you can reduce the amount of the green chilis. The result will be still outstanding! It can be served warm or chilled.

Homemade Italian Sausage recipe

I used fresh minced garlic and added some sliced green onion. I marinated skinless chicken breast cutlets for a few hours and grilled them briefly. Sprinkled with additiona sliced green onions and some toasted sesame seeds.

This is a traditional English sweet. Moist, rich cake with dates, covered in a caramel/toffee sauce. Best served warm.